Bunka Kitchen Knife, 165mm VG10 Stainless Steel Blade and Dark Walnut Handle for Everyday Food Preparation
A Bunka kitchen knife brings a versatile cutting shape to everyday food preparation. This 165mm model pairs a VG10 stainless steel blade with a dark walnut handle, combining edge retention and relatively straightforward blade maintenance for regular kitchen use.
Hazaki combines blades forged in Seki, Japan, with handles finished in Montreal. The Damascus steel and angular kiritsuke-style tip give this knife a distinctive appearance, while the natural, unsealed wood handle preserves the feel of the wood.
Features
- Multipurpose Bunka shape offers a versatile option for everyday ingredient preparation.
- VG10 stainless steel provides edge retention without demanding extensive blade maintenance.
- Damascus steel and a kiritsuke-style tip create a distinctive blade design.
- Dark walnut handle has a natural, unsealed finish.
- A light coat of cutting board wax every few months helps maintain the handle's look and feel.
Specifications
- Knife style: Bunka
- Size: 165mm
- Blade steel: VG10 stainless steel
- Blade design: Damascus steel with a kiritsuke-style tip
- Handle: Dark walnut; unsealed
- Blade production: Forged in Seki, Japan
- Handle finishing: Montreal, Canada
- Handle care: Apply a light coat of cutting board wax every few months
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this 165mm Bunka suitable as a multipurpose kitchen knife?
Yes. This 165mm Bunka is a multipurpose kitchen knife with a shape akin to a Santoku, making it a versatile choice for everyday ingredient preparation.
What steel does this Bunka knife use?
This Bunka uses VG10 stainless steel, chosen for edge retention and relatively straightforward maintenance.
How should I care for the walnut handle?
Apply a light coat of cutting board wax to this knife's unsealed walnut handle every few months to help maintain its natural look and feel.
Where are the blade and handle made?
The blade is forged in Seki, Japan, and the handle is finished in Montreal, Canada, combining Japanese knifemaking with Canadian woodwork.